Maryland § 8-416
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-416, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-416.
(a) A court reporter ordered to take testimony given before a grand jury shall take and transcribe the testimony.
(b) (1) A court reporter shall provide, as requested, a transcript of testimony given before a grand jury for a county to the grand jury and State’s Attorney for the county.
(2) Each transcript of testimony given before a grand jury for a county shall be kept in the custody of the State’s Attorney for the county.
(3) Unless the circuit court for a county orders otherwise after hearing the State’s Attorney for the county, neither the original nor a copy of the transcript of testimony given before a grand jury may be taken from the office of the State’s Attorney for the county, other than for use of the grand jury or for production in court.
(4) On written order of the circuit court for a county, granted on written motion of the State’s Attorney for the county, the State’s Attorney may have the notes as to, and transcript of, grand jury testimony destroyed.
(c) Except on written order of the circuit court for a county after hearing the State’s Attorney for the county:
(1) A record of testimony given before a grand jury is for the exclusive use and benefit of the grand jury and the State’s Attorney; and
(2) A court reporter may not:
(i) Allow any other governmental unit or person to read or have a copy of all or any part of the record; or
(ii) Disclose wholly or partly the character of the contents of the record to any other governmental unit or person.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-416
What does Maryland Code § 8-416 cover?
Section 8-416 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 8-416?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-416" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 8-416 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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